> Source: https://www.openingbid.art/artist/george-carlson · updated 2026-11-02

# George Carlson

## What is George Carlson’s work worth? {#value}

As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 45 auction results for George Carlson at 6 houses since 2010. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,178 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,059–$4,538, n=28). The auction record is $55,575 for The Greeting (2011, Coeur d'Alene Art Auction). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

**Top auction records: paintings, drawings & sculpture**

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Greeting, 1988 | — | $55,575 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2011 |
| 2 | Boy and Eagle, 1988 | Bronze | $18,150 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Nov 2025 |
| 3 | The Greeting, 1988 | Bronze | $15,730 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Nov 2025 |
| 4 | Eagle Catcher | — | $14,520 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2023 |
| 5 | The Graceful Dance, 2001 | Bronze | $9,680 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2021 |
| 6 | The Eagle Catcher, 1973 | Bronze with olive patina on a wooden base | $8,960 | Freeman's Hindman | Nov 2025 |
| 7 | Hopi Girls, 1988 | Bronze | $8,470 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2026 |
| 8 | The Lead Shank, 1981 | Bronze | $8,330 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2018 |
| 9 | I’m the Drum, 1976 | Bronze | $6,655 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Nov 2025 |
| 10 | Colors in Movement, 1986 | Pastel on paper | $6,500 | Santa Fe Art Auction | Nov 2021 |


**Median price by medium (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 5 | $6,000 |
| Sculpture | 31 | $2,420 |

**Median price by size (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 29 | $1,936 |

Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 45 results from 6 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


George Carlson is an American artist with 43 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $2,874.

A work by George Carlson sold in 2026 for $3,630, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

**2 George Carlson works are coming to auction** (as of 2026-11-02).

- [George Carlson on OpeningBid](https://www.openingbid.art/artist/george-carlson?ref=kg:george-carlson) — follow free in the OpeningBid app for sale alerts.

## What is a George Carlson work worth?

Across 38 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a George Carlson work is $2,874.

The median George Carlson sculpture sells for $2,420 across 27 lots.

The median George Carlson work on paper sells for $6,500 across 1 lots.

Small (under 50 cm) George Carlson sculptures typically sell for $1,089–$4,538 (the middle half of 25 sold lots).

Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 1 | $6,500 | $6,500 | — | 2021-11-06 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 27 | $2,420 | $18,150 | — | 2026-07-25 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $18,150 | $55,575 | — | 2025-11-08 |

## Price by size

### Sculpture & Installation

| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 25 | $1,089–$4,538 | $2,420 | $18,150 |

Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $18,150 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $15,730 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $6,500 |

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a George Carlson worth?

Across 38 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a George Carlson work is $2,874. The median George Carlson sculpture sells for $2,420 across 27 lots. The median George Carlson work on paper sells for $6,500 across 1 lots. Small (under 50 cm) George Carlson sculptures typically sell for $1,089–$4,538 (the middle half of 25 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.

### What is the average price of a George Carlson sculpture?

Based on 27 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a George Carlson sculpture is $2,420.

### What is George Carlson's most expensive sculpture?

The highest price recorded at auction for a George Carlson sculpture is $18,150.

### What is the average price of a small George Carlson sculpture?

Based on 25 sold lots, the median auction price of a small George Carlson sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,420, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

### What is George Carlson's auction record?

George Carlson's auction record is $55,575, set in 2011.

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Data last updated 2026-11-02. OpeningBid tracks 15,390,829 auction lots from 577 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

Cite this page as: OpeningBid, “George Carlson auction prices”, https://www.openingbid.art/artist/george-carlson (updated 2026-11-02).

Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.